Adios, John Wayne

Introducing the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail

The cross-state route has been reborn under a new name. Horse-drawn wagons still welcome.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Game Plan

Which Washington State Park Should You Visit?

State park overload is real, but we can narrow it down for you.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Ryan Inzana

Adventure Ride

Ride at Lake Wenatchee

The lake offers a whole slew of activities, but its spectacular vista is best seen on horseback.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Adventure Falls

Photograph at Palouse Falls

Whether a thunderous roar or cliffside icicle, the falls are an eastern Washington marvel.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Adventure Dive

Dive at Saltwater

Rockfish, wolf eels, and a shipwreck await those willing to brave cold waters.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Adventure Climb

Climb at Peshastin Pinnacles

Scale the crag—or hike a more solid footpath—for lush views of fruit orchards.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Adventure Cave

Spelunk at Crawford

Tours at Gardner Cave show off stalagmites and underground pools—and offer Goonies vibes.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

State Park Adventures

Hike, Paddle, and Climb: 14 More State Parks to Explore

Kayaking, glamping, sledding. And that's just the start. You wouldn’t believe what Washington's state parks hold.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Cover Story

29 Epic Washington State Park Adventures

Washington’s got more than 100 of them, and from half-acre grounds to cross-state trails, our state parks are a whole different kind of wild.

07/17/2018 By Allison Williams

Travel, Eh?

25 Reasons to Visit British Columbia Right Now

There’s so much you didn’t know about Canada.

06/19/2018 By Allison Williams Illustrations by Ryan Snook

Portlander Colin O’Brady Just Set Another Speed Record

With a final step atop Mt. Hood on July 19, O’Brady conquered the highest peak in every American state in a mere 21 days—a world record.

By Sydney Dauphinais
Published 07/20/2018

Tickets on Sale Now for Seattle vs. Portland Wild About Game Showdown

The 18th annual cooking competition gears up with major chefs, judges, and plenty of wild meat.

By Emily Davis
Published 07/18/2018

Troutdale’s New Sugarpine Drive In Is Ready to Cool You Down

Just watch out for sunny-day traffic at this Sandy River sundae and soft serve shack.

By Margaret Seiler mseiler@pdxmonthly.com
Published 07/17/2018

From the Editor: The Coast of Tomorrow

And the luxury of stepping out of the news cycle.

By Zach Dundas zdundas@pdxmonthly.com
Published 07/17/2018

Is the Oregon Coast Really All It's Cracked Up to Be?

We size up our beachfront property.

By Marty Patail
Published 07/17/2018

Secrets of the North Coast, from Long Beach to Pacific City

Food trails, reclaimed rails, and repurposed old jails: there's plenty new worth discovering on Oregon's northern shores.

By Ramona DeNies rdenies@pdxmonthly.com
Published 07/17/2018

Shade Index

Oh Canada, We're Not That Jealous of You

Sure, it’s fun to visit. But here’s why we’ll always come home.

06/19/2018 By Seattle Met Staff

Cover Story

The Insider’s Guide to Pacific Northwest Hiking

Welcome to the age of next-level gear, dog rescue squads, and campsites with hot tubs—and a new list of do’s and don’ts. Dig in to our guide to the brave new world of playing outside.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Tread Lightly

Trail Running Is Taking Over (and It's Not as Hard as You Think)

Sometimes running means walking.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

No Chihuahua Left Behind

Northwest Adventure Dogs Have Their Very Own Search and Rescue

Dog in danger? Call WASART at 425-681-5498. The policy: Call sooner rather than later.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Pooch Perks

Dogs Are Gearheads, Too

Taking Fido on an adventure? You need more than a leash. Check out how many toys there are to kit out your canine for Northwest extremes.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Guns on Board

Who Packs a Gun When They're Backpacking? More People Than You’d Expect.

And you might say it's a bit controversial.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Bear With Us

Grizzlies Might Return to the Cascade Mountains

And for that we may have to thank…the Trump Administration?

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Judgment Calls

Should You Be Doing That on the Trail?

We weigh the arguments for and against controversial outdoor activity.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Feature

White Users Dominate the Outdoors Nationwide, and the Pacific Northwest Is No Exception

The outdoors are for everyone—but getting everyone outside isn't going to happen on its own.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Gear Guide

Here in Seattle, Our Gear Better Be Next Level

Outdoor togs and toys have to clear a high bar these days. We expect multifunctional gear that’s loaded with extras, and Seattle makers’ newest offerings oblige.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Find a Trail

Tripster

20 Perfect Spring Day Trips

The True Tale of the Oregon Trail

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Is Headed for Seattle

9 Things to See and Do on Your Alaskan Cruise

The Best Washington State Park Cabins

Guide to the San Juan Islands

Introducing the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail

Which Washington State Park Should You Visit?

Ride at Lake Wenatchee

Photograph at Palouse Falls

Dive at Saltwater

Climb at Peshastin Pinnacles

Spelunk at Crawford

Hike, Paddle, and Climb: 14 More State Parks to Explore

29 Epic Washington State Park Adventures

25 Reasons to Visit British Columbia Right Now

Portland Monthly Travel

Portlander Colin O’Brady Just Set Another Speed Record

Tickets on Sale Now for Seattle vs. Portland Wild About Game Showdown

Troutdale’s New Sugarpine Drive In Is Ready to Cool You Down

From the Editor: The Coast of Tomorrow

Is the Oregon Coast Really All It's Cracked Up to Be?

Secrets of the North Coast, from Long Beach to Pacific City

Oh Canada, We're Not That Jealous of You

The Insider’s Guide to Pacific Northwest Hiking

Trail Running Is Taking Over (and It's Not as Hard as You Think)

Northwest Adventure Dogs Have Their Very Own Search and Rescue

Dogs Are Gearheads, Too

Who Packs a Gun When They're Backpacking? More People Than You’d Expect.

Grizzlies Might Return to the Cascade Mountains

Should You Be Doing That on the Trail?

White Users Dominate the Outdoors Nationwide, and the Pacific Northwest Is No Exception

Here in Seattle, Our Gear Better Be Next Level

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